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Can a Facial Implant Move Around in Your Face?

Jul 10, 2008

What's to stop a facial implant from moving around under your skin?  Is fat grafting a better option for cheek augmentation?

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Dr. William J. Binder, MD
Dr. William J. Binder, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 31, 2009
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Dr. Jonathan Hoenig, MD
Dr. Jonathan Hoenig, MD
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Answered on Apr 22, 2009
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Dr. Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired)
Dr. Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired)
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Sep 19, 2009
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Zoran Potparic, MD

It is impossible to give you good advice based on these photos and your surgical history. Only on the basis of a detailed and timely evaluation in person, supported with necessary imaging (CT, MRI) one experienced board certified plastic surgeon with experience in craniofacial surgery may have a...

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Artur Fahradyan, MD

No, I do not believe that removing screws would cause bone erosion. It would be helpful to review your CT scan for a more accurate assessment, but most likely you are referring to some degree of bone erosion from the implant itself. Constant pressure from an implant can cause mild bone...

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Artur Fahradyan, MD

Fat grafting is a great option; however, given the degree of malar deficiency, implants will provide more predictable and longer-lasting results. If you choose fat grafting, you may require more than one session to achieve the desired outcome.To further balance your profile, you may also...

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Zoran Potparic, MD

The only problem I can see on these photos is cheek/malar hyperplasia, small cheek bones. Augmentation with implants would be the way to go. It would be difficult to comment on other issues without in person evaluation. Good luck.

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Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA

Dear Drealme1, To achieve a more defined, sculpted face, consider these permanent surgical enhancements: 1. Sliding Genioplasty – Stronger, more balanced chin 2. Jawline Contouring or Jaw Angle Implants – Sharpen and define lower face/jaw 3. Malar or Submalar Implants – Enhance cheek...

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Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA

Dear Nice, Thank you so much for sharing your journey—it’s completely understandable to feel frustrated after such a big transformation. At just six months post-op, you’re still in the thick of healing, especially after orthognathic surgery. Swelling, tissue remodeling, and bone settling can a...

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